spark tester

[redstrat]

I found this online today and whipped it together in about an hour. A cheep way to check spark.

 

[cturboaddict]

I'm actually in the process of making the same thing with some modifications to improve the design. I'll post the idea when finished!

 

[karzrus]

Looks good, But ...

What ever happened to the good old way of having your friend hang onto the lead, while you crank the engine.

 

[boatman4021]

I bought a spark tester at the local auto parts store for around $10. Every engine has a spec on how far the spark will travel, the store bought tester is adjustable for different spark gaps from zero out to around 1" or better, but only test 1 coil at a time. Come up with a multi coil tester that is adjustable and you will be everyone's hero. Great idea guys.

 

[redstrat]

What ever happened to the good old way of having your friend hang onto the lead, while you crank the engine.

Aha yes... I can't find those friends anymore.

 

[cturboaddict]

I bought a spark tester at the local auto parts store for around $10. Every engine has a spec on how far the spark will travel, the store bought tester is adjustable for different spark gaps from zero out to around 1" or better, but only test 1 coil at a time. Come up with a multi coil tester that is adjustable and you will be everyone's hero. Great idea guys.

That is what I have setup.... Its essentially the same thing with a leg on it and an adjustment plate to jump the gap. And a built on clamp. I seen one from a pal who just welded plugs into a plate, figured I'd improvise.

 

[paulsboats]

What ever happened to the good old way of having your friend hang onto the lead, while you crank the engine.

Its only a shock if you dont know what to expect!

 

[Jimway]

If I were to drop a cookie (Chocolate chip like from subway) on that motor, I would have no trouble picking it back up and giving it a bite...